Cordillera — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Cordillera
Cordillera (noun)
- a system of mountain ranges often consisting of a number of more or less parallel chains
Cordillera (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in range, sierra
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Cordillera
The most common words with a similar meaning to Cordillera:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Cordillera
Words with the opposite meaning of Cordillera:
Word Forms of Cordillera
Derived words: cordilleran (adjective)
Origin & Etymology of Cordillera
borrowed from Spanish, from cuerda "string, rope, line of mountain peaks" (going back to Latin chorda, corda "tripe, string of a musical instrument") + -ill-, diminutive suffix (going back to Latin -illus) + -era, suffix of place (going back to Latin -āria, feminine of -ārius -ary:1) cord:1
First known use: 1704
Frequently Asked Questions about Cordillera
What does "Cordillera" mean?
"Cordillera" means a system of mountain ranges often consisting of a number of more or less parallel chains. As a noun, it is defined as: a system of mountain ranges often consisting of a number of more or less parallel chains.
What is another word for "Cordillera"?
Other words for "Cordillera" include mountain range, range, sierra, alp, hump, mount, mountain and peak. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Cordillera" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Cordillera"?
There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Cordillera". Common alternatives include mountain range, range, sierra, alp, hump, mount, mountain, peak, inselberg and knob.
What is the opposite of "Cordillera"?
Antonyms of "Cordillera" include basin, bowl, depression, hollow, vale and valley.
Is "Cordillera" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Cordillera" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Cordillera"?
"Cordillera" is pronounced /ˌkȯr-dᵊl-ˈyer-ə/ and divided into syllables as cor·dil·le·ra.
What is the origin of the word "Cordillera"?
"Cordillera" comes from borrowed from Spanish, from cuerda "string, rope, line of mountain peaks" (going back to Latin chorda, corda "tripe, string of a musical instrument") + -ill-, diminutive suffix (going back to Latin -illus) + -era, suffix of place (going back to Latin -āria, feminine of -ārius -ary:1) cord:1. First known use: 1704.
What is another word for "Cordillera" meaning "as in range, sierra"?
When "Cordillera" (noun) means as in range, sierra, synonyms include mountain range, range, sierra, alp, hump and mount. Opposites in this sense include basin, bowl, depression and hollow.